bedpost

/ˈbedpoʊst/

Definitions

1. noun

A vertical post, especially one supporting the end of a bed.

“The bedpost had a decorative finial at the top.”

2. verb

To support or hold up the end of a bed with a post.

“The carpenter bedposted the old bedframe.”

Synonyms

  • bedframe support
  • headboard

Antonyms

  • bedframe base